Only 2 days to go till Christmas … if you’re panicking and running short of items to buy take a look at my last-minute gift guide below … 1. Bird on Branch Wall Mirror – Oliver Bonas – £32.00 2. Stag Book Ends – Graham & Greene – £79.00 3. Chocolat Plaque – John Lewis – £10.00 4. Alpaca Throw – An Angel At My Table – £28.00 5. Manda Voile Cushion Cover – OKA Direct – £22.00 6. Burnished Beetle Knob […] Continue reading →

I put together this collection of images from my Christmas Pinboard on Pinterest … I know Christmas is meant to be full of colour but I love how elegant and beautiful these neutral images are – they are calming and cosy! The Design Fairy x […] Continue reading →

As we’re reaching nearer to Christmas I’ve been looking for some unusual baubles to help you with your tree decor this festive season … these are a few of the ones I’ve stumbled upon which are cute, luxurious or just plain different … The Design Fairy x    […] Continue reading →

Originally I wanted to today’s colour concept to be inspired by Christmas candy cane; you know – that sweet which is just so symbolic of the festive period. I was looking for a great shot of candy cane but then came across this beautiful photo which reminded me that Christmas and the festive season isn’t all about red and white! Here are some images I found which are so inspirational if you’re looking to create a not-so-traditional Christmas interior! So if […] Continue reading →

At The Design Fairy HQ we’re getting into the festive season … so today’s styling tips have been festively themed. As we draw closed to Christmas and we focus more on prepping the home there are simple tips we can follow to make our home feel jolly and merry. I love snowflakes … I find their intricate patterns are simple but also just love to look at them … Wintery Snowflake Stockings If you’ve got some time to spare or enjoy a little bit of craft why not […] Continue reading →

Tis the season to be jolly … OK … it’s not December just yet but it seems everywhere I look Christmas has already arrived. I thought in the run-up to Christmas I’d do a weekly gift guide … a sample of lovely interior pieces and decor which could be the perfect gift for a loved one or friend …   The Design Fairy x […] Continue reading →

Winter is definitely here. The morning’s are cold and frosty and before it reaches 4pm it’s already dark outside! I’ve come up with a few tips for this week to help you keep your home feeling cosy and welcoming for the rest of the cold winter months. 1. A selection of soft throws Throws make all the difference. Drape them over your sofas, armchairs and beds – even when you are not using them to sit under and keep warm they make a space feel cosy with their softness. […] Continue reading →

This year has flown by … and although we’re only in November, before you know it Christmas will be here. This week I’ve been looking into all things Christmassy in the world of interiors … I began to think about decorating my home for the festive season after passing a few homestores and realised that there is so much to choose from this season! One shop in particular has a gorgeous window display! India Jane’s Christmas collection this year is sparkly and […] Continue reading →